Santa Cruz to begin sewer rehabilitation project in July

CALIFORNIA (UI) — The Santa Cruz Public Works Department will start construction on the Front-Spruce-Pacific Sewer Rehabilitation Project in early July.

The city has enlisted SAK Construction from Rocklin to handle the repair and rehabilitation of approximately 3,250 feet of the existing 54-inch concrete sewer line stretching from Kaiser Permanente Arena to Neary Lagoon.

The project, aimed at restoring a crucial sewer pipe from Kaiser Permanente Arena to Neary Lagoon, is expected to last until mid-September 2024.

This pipeline, the largest influent pipe directing sewage to the city's Wastewater Treatment Facility, is nearing the end of its operational life. Replacing it is essential to maintain efficient wastewater treatment for the city.

To minimize disruption, the project will use the trenchless "cured-in-place” pipe rehabilitation method, which reduces the need for extensive excavation. This technique allows the necessary work to be completed with minimal inconvenience to the community.

Summer is the most efficient and cost-effective time for this project due to lower indoor water use and the absence of rainwater infiltration into the sewers.

The $4.7 million project represents a significant investment in the long-term resilience and sustainability of Santa Cruz's critical infrastructure. It is a key component of the Public Works Department’s Capital Improvement Program.

The City of Santa Cruz, a full-service city, offers a wide range of essential services to its residents. The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining and improving city roads, sanitary and stormwater sewer infrastructure, resource recovery operations, the wastewater treatment facility, and the city’s fleet.

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